Nestled in 0.73 acres within Princeton Township, this thoughtfully updated Cape style home offers a perfect blend of timeless charm and modern amenities. Boasting three bedrooms and two bathrooms, this deceptively spacious residence is move-in ready. Upon entering, you're welcomed by an inviting sitting room featuring elegant hardwood floors, a bay window, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The updated kitchen is a chef's delight, with Maple cabinets, Silestone countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Adjacent, a light-filled breakfast room provides the perfect spot for casual meals, while the formal dining room caters to entertaining and family gatherings. The expansive family room serves as a warm retreat for relaxation, with direct access to the deck, promoting seamless indoor-outdoor living. The first floor accommodates two good-sized bedrooms, complemented by a beautifully updated full bath with ceramic flooring. The second floor is dedicated to the primary suite, offering a spacious bedroom, a renovated bathroom with a double vanity, and a walk-in closet. Additional walk-in attic storage ensures ample organizational space. Outdoor enthusiasts will revel in the expansive deck surrounded by lush trees, ideal for alfresco dining and leisurely afternoons. Additional features include a full unfinished basement suitable for storage or future development, a detached one-car garage, and ample parking for 4-5 vehicles. Located in a coveted Princeton area with access to top-tier Princeton public schools, this property is a rare find. Don't miss the opportunity to make this exceptional home yours. Access is conveniently via Herrontown Road, off Mt Lucas Road.
Sold for $915,000
$915,000
801 Mount Lucas Rd, Princeton, NJ 08540
3beds
1,768sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
0.73 Acres Lot
$922,800 Zestimate®
$518/sqft
$3,847 Estimated rent
Home value
$922,800
$821,000 - $1.04M
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Cozy wood-burning fireplaceUpdated kitchenLight-filled breakfast roomFull unfinished basementBay windowInviting sitting roomRenovated bathroom
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Amanda Botwood 609-727-3255,
Compass New Jersey, LLC - Princeton
Bought with:
James Joslin, 2191929
Queenston Realty, LLC
Josh Wilton, AB068719
Queenston Realty, LLC
Source: Bright MLS,MLS#: NJME2056992
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Family Room, Breakfast Room, Bedroom 1, Laundry, Loft, Other, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bathroom 2
- Level: Main
Breakfast room
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Main
Loft
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Radiant, Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Multi Units, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Oven/Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room
Features
- Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Kitchen/Dining, Dining Area, Entry Level Bedroom, Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Traditional, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Primary Bath(s), Recessed Lighting, Upgraded Countertops, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile/Brick, Wood
- Windows: Bay/Bow, Window Treatments
- Basement: Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,768
- Total interior livable area: 1,768 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,768
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Asphalt, Driveway, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.73 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
- Parcel number: 140280200004
- Zoning: OR1
- Zoning description: Office Research
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Active Radon Mitigation, Other
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Very Good
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None Available
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Princeton
- Municipality: PRINCETON
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $518/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $497,500
- Annual tax amount: $13,248
- Date on market: 5/7/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Wall Light In Family Room, Stained Glass Art In Breakfast Room Window.
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/13/2025 | Sold | $915,000+2.2%$518/sqft |
Source:  Bright MLS #NJME2056992 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2025 | Pending sale | $895,000$506/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2056992 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $895,000+108.6%$506/sqft |
Source: Bright MLS #NJME2056992 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2004 | Sold | $429,000+135.7%$243/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 11/19/1998 | Sold | $182,000$103/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,248 | $497,500 |
| 2024 | $13,248 +10.9% | $497,500 |
| 2023 | $11,951 | $497,500 +1.5% |
| 2022 | $11,951 +0.8% | $490,000 |
| 2021 | $11,858 +2% | $490,000 |
| 2020 | $11,623 +1.7% | $490,000 |
| 2019 | $11,427 +1.4% | $490,000 |
| 2018 | $11,270 +1.6% | $490,000 |
| 2017 | $11,094 +2.4% | $490,000 |
| 2016 | $10,839 +1.2% | $490,000 |
| 2015 | $10,707 +4.1% | $490,000 |
| 2014 | $10,282 +4.2% | $490,000 +1.6% |
| 2013 | $9,867 +4.1% | $482,500 |
| 2012 | $9,481 +1.4% | $482,500 |
| 2011 | $9,346 +11.5% | $482,500 |
| 2010 | $8,384 +1.7% | $482,500 +108.8% |
| 2009 | $8,241 +2.5% | $231,100 |
| 2008 | $8,042 +4.2% | $231,100 |
| 2007 | $7,719 | $231,100 |
| 2006 | -- | $231,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $231,100 |
| 2004 | $5,167 | $231,100 +24.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $185,200 |
| 2002 | -- | $185,200 |
| 2001 | -- | $185,200 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 08540
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Littlebrook SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.8 mi
- 9/10J Witherspoon Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 8/10Princeton High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Littlebrook E.s.
- Middle: Princeton
- High: Princeton H.s.
- District: Princeton Regional Schools
Source: Bright MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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